Mathematics & Further Mathematics
Specification name, codes and examination board
8371 - Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Mathematics
8372 - Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Further Mathematics
9371 - Edexcel Advanced GCE in Mathematics
9372 - Edexcel Advanced GCE in Further Mathematics
Linear or Modular
Modular
Subject content
In the core modules you will study: algebra and functions, coordinate geometry,
sequences, series, differentiation, integration, exponentials, logarithms, trigonometry,
numerical methods, vectors, complex numbers*, matrix algebra*, and differential
equations.
In the applied modules you will study:
 Statistics: Probability, correlation and regression, discrete random variables, discrete
distributions, the Normal, Binomial*, Poisson distributions*, continuous random
variables*, continuous distributions*, samples*, and hypothesis tests*.
 Mechanics: Vectors, kinematics, dynamics, statics, moments, centre of mass, work
and energy*, and collisions.
 Decision Mathematics*: Algorithms, route inspection problem, critical path analysis,
linear programming, game theory, dynamic programming, flows in networks,
transportation and allocation problems.
* These topics/ modules are studied in Further Mathematics only.
Assessment procedures
All exams are sat in June of Year 12 (AS courses) and June Year 13 (A2 Courses). There is
no coursework for this subject. The modules studied are as follows:
AS Maths 3 modules – Core 1, Core 2 and Statistics - each module is worth 33.3% of the AS
grade.
A2 Maths 6 modules – 3 AS modules plus Core 3, Core 4 and Mechanics - each module is
worth 33.3% of A level grade.
AS FM
3 modules – Further Pure 1, Decision 1 and 2- each module is worth 33.3% of AS
grade.
A2 FM
6 modules – 3 AS modules plus Further Pure 2, Statistics 2 and Mechanics 2 –
each module is worth 16.67% of A level grade.
Mathematics & Further Mathematics
Qualities and skills essential for studying Mathematics/Further Mathematics
Students wanting to study Mathematics/Further Mathematics must be willing to put in
sufficient time and effort to reap the rewards. In particular, skills such as pattern spotting,
analysis, logical thinking, problem solving, creativity, decision making are very desirable.
Most students will already be equipped with such skills from their GCSE studies, and
studying Mathematics/Further Mathematics at A level will help to develop these further for
future studies and careers.
Entrance requirements
Mathematics – Minimum grade B
Further Mathematics – Minimum grade A
What can I do after I study Mathematics/Further Mathematics
A Level Mathematics/Further Mathematics will equip you with skills that are valued by all
employers: logical reasoning, numeracy, problem solving, estimation and decision
making. It serves as an excellent basis for nearly all university degree courses, in addition
to being welcomed in every field of business, industry and commerce.
Some careers that may require a mathematics degree include: computer programmer,
accountant, stock broker, financial adviser, engineer, and mathematics teacher.